Broad-bordered Clearwing Moth, Broad-bordered Bee Hawk-moth

A little like the hummingbird hawkmoth on the wing. My garden SW France, July 2008

by philomel Jul 13, 2008 6:26 PM

The wings are clear, but with a broad border of ruby/russet. My garden SW France, July 2008

by philomel Jul 13, 2008 6:31 PM

A strong and fast flying moth with a very loud 'hum'. My garden SW France, July 2008

by philomel Jul 13, 2008 6:33 PM

The clear wings bordered with ruby/russet can be seen better here. My garden in SW France, July 2008.

by philomel Jul 14, 2008 10:13 AM

A front view. My garden in SW France, July 2008.

by philomel Jul 14, 2008 10:20 AM